THE KOREAN WAR VETERANS ASSOCIATION, INC. OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Washington, D.C. [email protected] The following monthly update for August 2017 is submitted by the Executive Director of the Korean War Veterans Association of the United States of America. 1. MEMBERSHIP & RECRUITMENT REPORT: Submitted by Mr. John “Sonny” Edwards - AS 8-22-17 NEW MEMBERS THIS MONTH 24 NEW MEMBERS TYTD 335 ACTIVE MEMBERS LYTD 13,274 ACTIVE MEMBERS TYTD 12,780 DECREASE 494 DECEASED COMRADES TYTD 535 AVG/MO 67 DEPARTMENTS OR CHAPTERS RECRUITED 3 PLUS NEW MEMBERS THIS MONTH MA-3 NC-3 NY-3 PA-4. ONLY 22 DEPARTMENTS OR CHAPTERS RECRUITED NEW MEMBERS THIS MONTH. 2. Flu Shots Start Tuesday: Beginning Aug. 15, all VA-enrolled veterans can begin receiving annual flu shots at their local Walgreens or Duane Reade pharmacies. While this immunization program is limited to just VA patients, Walgreens can provide flu shots to most VFW members and their families through other coverage programs, such as TRICARE, Medicare and most insurances. Locate your closest Walgreen's or Duane Reade . 1 2017 KOREAN WAR VETERANS ASSOCIATION’S ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING October 4 - 8, 2017 Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel 777 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510-2102 Note: Members driving their car subject to special discounted parking fee Wednesday, October 4 Start End Event Cost Location Time Time 8:00a - 4:00p KWVA Board Members/Officers Hotel Arrive 5:00p - 8:00p Registration Desk Open Lobby 6:30p - 8:30p Welcome Reception Monticello Room Thursday, October 5 8:00a - 11:00p KWVA Summer Board Meeting Brandon A & B 9:00a - 5:00p Registration Desk Open Lobby 11:30a - 4:00p Tour – US Naval Facility - Norfolk $52.00 Tour 10:00a - 6:00p Hospitality Room Open Monticello Room Friday, October 6 9:00a - 5:00p Registration Desk Open Lobby 9:00a - 11:00p KWVA Annual Membership Meeting Providence Ballroom 3 rd Floor 1:00p - 4:00p Tour–Nauticus Museum & USS $36.00 Battleship Wisconsin Nauticus 1:00p - 9:00p Hospitality Room Open Monticello Room 1:00p - 5:00p Korean War Veteran Interviews Westover Room 4th Floor Saturday, October 7 9:00a - 11:00a Korean War Veteran Interviews Westover Room 4th Floor 10:30a - 3:00p Tour -Victory Rover Harbor Cruise $65.00 Hampton Roads Harbor Tour- General Douglas McArthur Memorial McArthur Memorial Wreath Presentation McArthur Memorial 11:00p 5:00p Hospitality Room Open Monticello Room 6:30p - 10:00p Reception and Banquet $35.00 Providence Ballroom 3 rd Floor Sunday, October 8 8:00a - 9:30a Memorial Service and Farewell Brunch $25.00 Monticello Room Shuttle Bus – Available to transport visitors of the Sheraton to downtown locations, the Mall and the AMTRAK Station Parking – Self parking at the Dominion Parking lot - $8.00 a day Valet Parking at the Sheraton Waterside Hotel with a handicapped placard or license plate - $8.00 a day. Valet Parking at the Sheraton Waterside hotel with no handicapped placard or license plate - $24.00 a day Registration desk will be in the main lobby upon arrival Vendor Tables and exhibits will be located in and around the hospitality room located on the Lobby Floor 2 3 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 05, 2017; 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM • Board the motor coach with your tour guide and depart for the Norfolk Naval Base , where you’ll first enjoy lunch at one of the officer’s clubs. Then, tour the base, which is part of Naval Station Norfolk - the largest naval installation in the world. Home port to 59 ships, ranging in size from aircraft carriers to submarines, 18 aircraft squadrons and headquarters of the Atlantic Fleet, this naval complex occupies over 8,000 acres of land and is home to more than 70,000 military personnel. Navy personnel will board the coach and take you past the 14 piers, through the Naval Air Station, and the historic homes built for the 1907 Jamestown Exposition on “Admiral’s Row” which now house the flag officers. • Next enjoy a stop at Doumar’s , home of the world’s first ice cream cone machine. Abe Doumar created the first ice cream cone at the World’s Fair of 1904 in St. Louis. It was so successful that he designed a four-iron waffle machine that he launched during the Jamestown Exposition of 1907. Today, the family business still bakes cones on the original cone machine. While at Doumar’s, guests will be given an introduction and history and everyone will be treated to an ice cream and cone! PRICE: $52 PER PERSON, INCLUSIVE. LUNCH AND ICE CREAM TREAT INCLUDED. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 06, 2017; 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Board the motor coach and learn about Norfolk ’s colorful history of over three centuries as you ride through the lovely historic district and restored areas. View the stately homes along the Hague, old St. Paul’s Church, the Moses Myers House, the Chrysler Museum of Art, MacArthur Memorial, the historic Freemason District, Nauticus, a maritime center, the Battleship Wisconsin, the restored waterfront area, as well as many other points of interest. Downtown Norfolk has undergone a complete transformation in the last decade and features the beautifully renovated Town Point Park with the Armed Forces memorial, a beautiful $34million cruise terminal, waterfront condos and state of the art shopping area. • Next visit Nauticus , a unique and thriving campus of visitor attractions that explores the economic, naval, and natural powers of the sea. Features here include a series of interactive exhibits, 3D, high-def films in the 250-person theater, and aquariums of marine life. Also housed here is the Hampton Roads Naval Museum , one of ten museums officially operated by the U.S. Navy. Highlights of the naval battles and exhibits of detailed ship models, artwork, and memorabilia are showcased throughout. • A true highlight of any visit to Nauticus is a self-guided tour of the Battleship Wisconsin , one of the famous Iowa-class ships. This great ship saw action in WWII, the Korean War and most recently in the Persian Gulf War. The Wisconsin is permanently berthed beside Nauticus where it is accessed by a connecting walkway. Explore the main deck and recently opened portions of the interior to learn about this famous ship, those who fought and served on board and the role that this mighty warship has played in the defense of our nation. PRICE: $36 PER PERSON, INCLUSIVE. 4 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 07, 2017; 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM • Embark on a cruise on the Victory Rover through the bustling Hampton Roads Harbor, one of the largest in the world. Enjoy fascinating and entertaining commentary during the two-hour excursion aboard this naval themed vessel. Take in the sights of aircraft carriers, nuclear submarines, guided cruisers and all of the other ships that form the world's most powerful armada. Enjoy a boxed lunch on board. • Next visit the MacArthur Memorial for a glimpse into our country’s history. Here you will view the outstanding collection housed in Norfolk's historic city hall which trace the life and achievements of five-star General Douglas MacArthur. You will also have the opportunity to view the short film which chronicles the General’s life. The General and Mrs. MacArthur are entombed in the rotunda of the memorial. Nine separate galleries arranged in two levels circle the rotunda and tell the story of General MacArthur and the millions of American men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces from the Civil War through the Korean War. A gift shop with unique memorabilia is located on the premises. 5 CALL FOR ELECTIONS The membership is hereby notified that elections will be held in the spring of 2018 for the following National Korean War Veterans Association, INC. (KWVA) positions: The office of PRESIDENT, The office of FIRST VICE –PRESIDENT, The office of SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT, and The offices of four (4) DIRECTORS. The PRESIDENT, FIRST and SECOND VICE PRESIDENT will serve terms of 2 years: 2018 -2020. DIRECTORS will serve 3-year terms: 2018-2021 . No later than December 15, 2017, any regular members in good standing of the KWVA seeking to run for the aforementioned offices shall make their intentions known to the Chairman of the Elections Committee, L T. Whitmore, in writing, using the following format: Requirements: Applicants must: A. Present proof of service by submitting a separate signed Official KWVA Membership Application Form showing eligible service years and a statement releasing the application form for verification by the Elections Committee (no fee required). B. Present a current photograph in which the applicant is the central feature and which is suitable for publication in The Graybeards. C. Submit a letter, signed and dated, limited to approximately one (1) page, including the following: 1) Your intent to run for an office and the office sought. 2) A resume of your qualifications for this office, stating any experience that will be of benefit to the Association. 3) Your current mailing address, telephone number, email address, available, and KWVA membership number. 4) A statement that you will attend all called meetings of the Board of Directors and will respond to all calls for Business Without a Meeting, and that you understand that two (2) unexcused absences could be used for your removal from office. 5) A statement that your dues are current through the entire term of the office that you are seeking. Note : Payment of delinquent dues shall not be retroactive for the purpose of establishing eligibility to run for office with- in the Association. D. Send the above items by USPS Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested.